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Grand National Racing Association

Today's Grand National boat owes its heritage to the marathon races of the 1960s and ’70s. These grueling races tested man and machine over distances of 100 to 500 miles over two days. Endurance was key. The fabled Parker and Miami 9-Hour Enduros challenged hull and engine builders to craft the strongest, fastest boats possible.

Today’s races generally run about 15 minutes each, with an occasional 30-minute or 1-hour event. The all-out “push it as hard as you can, hope it holds together” attitude has always been the trademark of a great GN race. From the drop of the green flag launching the crowd-pleasing Le Mans start, through the checkered flag signaling victory, you are guaranteed to enjoy the show.

Grand National Specifications

Length: 25 feet maximum

Weight: No Minimum (average approx. 2500 lbs.)

Hull: Mono Hull - vee / flatbottom

Propulsion: American-made automotive engine mounted to rear of amidships and driving forward through a v-drive to a stationary strut mounted propeller.
Gearboxes are permitted.